Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Albert Lea with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Enjoy a warm cup of coffee at this inviting coffee shop, where guests can sit and relax with a variety of coffee cups and fresh fruit on display.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a stylish wooden floor.
Two spacious beds with dark headboards and white linens, accompanied by bedside tables and lamps, are positioned in this stylish room.
Relax and work in comfort with a sofa and compact kitchenette.
Hotel features a two-story design with a flat roof and a mix of exterior walls.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
821 E Plaza Street, Albert Lea, MN, 56007
  • Freeborn County Historical Society
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Albert Lea City Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fountain Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Albert Lea

Located within a mile (2 km) of Riverland Community College - Albert Lea Campus, Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Freeborn County Historical Society. This 52-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Riverland Community College - Albert Lea Campus - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Freeborn County Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Albert Lea City Arena - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Marion Ross Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Fountain Lake - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trail's Travel Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skol Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel

Hotel in Albert Lea with free breakfast and a fitness center
Guests of Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 502 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

This hotel is located in Albert Lea, close to Freeborn County Historical Society, Fountain Lake, and Albert Lea City Arena. You'll also find Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Green Lea Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as an indoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel for a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel.

Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1013 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best option in Albert Lea!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynne

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend you get an exterminator out. There was definitely an animal in the walls or ceiling scratching all night. Oofta.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff is awesome morning or night. The hotel itself is in not the greatest shape. Example in my room there was a bench in the shower that was wood painted and it looked like it would give you splinters if you sat on it and the paint was very chipped. Ew.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Conveniently located, clean and helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing staff!

Staff were absolutely amazing! Easy check in. Comfy beds…love the pillows! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josue

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and would recommend

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not so exciting

Ok stay. Used this hotel as intended, passing by. Granite countertops help feel clean vs other budget hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Karel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ewelina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Dogs should not be allowed in the breakfast area!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica, Pea Ridge

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very nice. Dated and very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not like the location of the room, above the main door. Sliding door opening and closing became annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and comfortable. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hongmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed during long distance travel. Close to walk to a couple of dining options. Quiet, close proximity to the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kori

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025